Director of Communications

Director of Communications (San Diego, CA)

The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is currently hiring for a Director of Communications.

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ABOUT THE SAN DIEGO FOOD BANK

Established in 1977, the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is a critical component to the welfare of San Diego County, providing nutritious food to people in need, advocating for the hungry and educating the public about hunger-related issues.

For more information about the organization, please visit www.sandiegofoodbank.org.

POSITION PURPOSE

Under the direction of the Chief Advancement and Communications Officer (CAC), the Communications Director (CD) will hold primary responsibility for the Food Bank’s internal and external communications, with a particular focus on creating content and sharing information with the community and media about our impact and services.

The CD will be responsible for creating and implementing communications strategies that maintain and enhance the organization’s profile in the community.

The CD will also promote the Food Bank’s core services and their impact, engage community stakeholders, and build bridges with diverse communities and partners.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the development and implementation of the organization's communication strategy, with a focus on promoting the organization's mission, programs, and impact to a variety of audiences.
• Oversee the development of multi-channel communication campaigns, including the creation of messaging, content development, and the management of communication channels and platforms.
• Collaborate with program staff to develop and disseminate program-specific messaging and content.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of communication efforts.
• Attend meetings, events, and other functions as needed to represent the organization and advance communication goals.
• Support the organization to further define and develop its brand and generate increased awareness and recognition among key stakeholders.
• Work with the SDFB Leadership Team to support and evaluate the annual communications plan and content calendar.
• Develop, maintain, and deploy key messages about the San Diego Food Bank’s services, impact, outreach, community, and advocacy efforts to an array of community stakeholders.
• Create speeches and presentations for the Food Bank’s CEO in support of the CEO’s public outreach and awareness efforts.
• Ensure brand and strategic messaging are represented consistently in all communications.
• Track news mentions articles, and publications.
• Lead the organization’s media relations, including managing and maintaining relationships with media contacts, pitching stories to reporters, writing copy for press releases, preparing CEO and staff for interviews, and responding to media inquiries.
• Serve as an on-camera spokesperson for the San Diego Food Bank.
• Coordinate and monitor paid media plans and track impacts.
• Build and execute communications campaigns with high reach and visibility.
• Contribute to and integrate communications strategies into the various elements of the communication mix (advertising, advertorials, online, PR, event marketing, etc.).
• Work in partnership with the Digital Marketing team to create videography for the Food Bank.
• Assist the Food Bank’s government relations team with providing briefings on government affairs and food bank education campaigns among elected officials at the local, state, and national level.
• Manage communications assets, such as electronic filing for photos, brochures, fliers, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, TRAINING and EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or related field.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in communications (company or agency).
• Experience in copywriting, media strategy, and media relations.
• Excellent creative and communications skills.
• Ability to work in a small hands-on team, result-oriented, team player, and leadership skills.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal Director of Communications is a strategic communicator with superb writing skills and a talent for crafting tailored, audience-specific messaging that effectively promotes the organization's mission.

They excel in leading multi-channel communication efforts, ensuring consistent brand messaging while serving as a confident spokesperson.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

• Effective communications strategies for both internal and external content.
• Communication campaign designs to reach maximum reach, visibility, and effectiveness.
• Media training to be able to represent the food bank in a variety of different media opportunities.
• Media relations.
• Local community and understanding of the diverse nature of the Food Bank recipients, donors, and community partners.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Valid CA driver’s license.
• Must have own vehicle as some travel throughout San Diego County is required in this position.

SCHEDULE

• Typical schedule is Monday Friday, 8 : 00am 5 : 00 pm.
• Early mornings, evenings and weekends may be required occasionally.
• Position is expected to be on-site; remote work will be permitted based on performance, workload, and project needs.

COMPENSATION

• This is a full-time, exempt / salary, benefited position.
• A market-level competitive salary is between $95,000- $130,000 per year based on experience.
• The compensation package includes a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.

HOW TO APPLY

• Interested and qualified candidates should apply on our career website located at https : / / www.theapplicantmanager.com / careers?co jc.
• Submissions missing a resume will not be considered for the position.
• Background check and drug test is required for the position before employment starts.

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